2 Apr
History
1 Apr
On This Day – April 1st
Many of us think of one thing when we think of April 1st – it’s time to break out the pranks. But, as it happens, many very serious and exciting things also took place on this very date! Here are some of the most interesting things to have ever taken place on April 1st.
31 Mar
On This Day – March 31st
We’ve made it to the end of March! However, for many of us, spring is only just underway – and we have a whole new month of April adventures to look forward to. Here are some fascinating facts about March 31st, and why it’s a date you might want to mark.
30 Mar
On This Day – March 30th
We’re heading towards the end of March now, which of course means the dreaded (yet slightly fun) April Fool’s Day is on the rise… but for now, March 30th really deserves its own time in the limelight. If you were born today, you share a birthday with a popular US game show and an important …
29 Mar
On This Day – March 29th
If it’s your birthday and you’re celebrating today, congratulations! You share your special day with lots of famous folks – and what’s more, there are plenty of historical events that took place today. Let’s take a closer look at March 29th, and why it’s a day we should all be keeping in mind for future …
28 Mar
On This Day – March 28th
March 28th may not sound like the most interesting date in the calendar, but there are actually plenty of reasons why we should mark it! Whether you’re visiting us today because it’s your birthday, or you’d like to know more about what today means from years gone by, we’ve got a ton of great facts …
27 Mar
On This Day – March 27th
What’s going down on March 27th? Quite a lot, actually! We’re fast approaching the dreaded April Fools’ Day, but until then, March 27th has plenty to share with us in terms of historical facts. Let’s get started and dive in!
26 Mar
On This Day – March 26th
March 26th throws us right into spring, and believe it or not, it’s a pretty notable day in its own right! Below, we’ll take you through some of the most fascinating moments from March 26ths in years gone by, share some famous birthdays, and we’ll let you in on your star sign, too. Let’s take …
25 Mar
On This Day – March 25th
We’re starting to move out of early spring in the upper hemisphere – the days may get brighter or darker depending on where you are! March 25th may not seem like a particularly special date to recall, but there are plenty of historical events worth marking, as well as special days to observe. Let’s take …
24 Mar
On This Day – March 24th
March 24th – a big day for UFO spotters and people who really strive to achieve! It may well be a special day of your own today – but there are also plenty of other reasons to mark this date on your calendar. Let’s take a look at why March 24th is so notable from …
23 Mar
On This Day – March 23rd
What makes March 23rd so unique? Plenty of things, in fact. Maybe you know someone who has a birthday today – or maybe you mark it yourself for a completely different reason! The clocks have leaped forward, and we’re heading into spring. Brighten up your day with a few fascinating facts about March 23rd and …
22 Mar
On This Day – March 22nd
March 22nd takes us right into spring in the northern hemisphere, and as it turns out, there’s plenty to mark today for. From ice hockey to pivotal moments in modern politics, here are a few good reasons why we should all remember March 22nd from here on out.
21 Mar
9 Brilliant Facts about Napoleon Bonaparte
When it comes to French history, Napoleon Bonaparte is a name that many people are likely to recognise. The self-proclaimed emperor was bombastic both on the battlefield as well as in his fascinating portraits – but how much do you really know about this military giant? Here are some fun facts about Napoleon Bonaparte that …
21 Mar
On This Day – March 21st
Are you celebrating a birthday today? If not, there are still plenty of great reasons why March 21st is well worth marking in your calendar. Let’s take a look at some of the most important events to have fallen on this date in years gone by.
20 Mar